Molesworth

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Hathercourt (eBook, ePUB)

A Victorian Tale of Family, Love, and Tradition

Beschreibung

In Mrs. Molesworth's captivating novel, *Hathercourt*, the reader is transported to a vividly rendered English countryside, where themes of love, friendship, and social expectations intertwine. Molesworth employs a richly descriptive, almost lyrical style, immersing readers in both the lush landscapes and the intricate social dynamics of her characters. Embedded in the late Victorian literary context, the novel addresses the nuances of class and gender, revealing the tensions between personal desires and societal pressures, while also exploring the burgeoning realms of women'Äôs independence and identity. Mrs. Molesworth, a prolific author of children's and adult literature, often drew inspiration from her own experiences within the complexities of Victorian society. Her keen observations on social conventions and the struggles of her characters echo her life as a woman navigating the literary world of her time. A resident of affluent circles yet sympathetic to the undercurrents of social change, Molesworth'Äôs background informs her nuanced portrayal of the characters'Äô inner lives and societal dilemmas. *Hathercourt* is a must-read for those interested in Victorian literature and social commentary. Molesworth'Äôs poignant reflections on love and duty resonate deeply, inviting readers to engage with both the characters'Äô journeys and the era's evolving norms. This novel is an essential addition to any literary collection, offering insights that remain relevant today.

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Autor

Mary Louisa Molesworth, née Stewart (29 May 1839 - 20 January 1921) was an English children's story writer who published under the pen name Mrs Molesworth. Her early adult novels, Lover and Husband (1869) to Cicely (1874), were published under the pen name Ennis Graham. Her name is sometimes spelled M. L. S. Molesworth. She was born in Rotterdam, the daughter of wealthy trader Charles Augustus Stewart (1809-1873) and his wife Agnes Janet Wilson (1810-1883). Mary was the youngest of four siblings. She was schooled in the United Kingdom and Switzerland, and spent much of her childhood in Manchester. She married Major R. Molesworth, nephew of Viscount Molesworth, in 1861; they divorced in 1879. She spent the first few years of her marriage in Tabley Grange, near Knutsford in Cheshire, which she rented from George, 2nd Lord de Tabley. Mrs. Molesworth is best known for her children's stories, including Tell Me a Story (1875), Carrots (1876), The Cuckoo Clock (1877), The Tapestry Room (1879), and A Christmas Child (1880). She's been dubbed "the Jane Austen of the nursery," and The Carved Lions (1895) is considered "her masterpiece." According to Roger Lancelyn Green.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 304
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Mai 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066171087
• Artikelnr.: 58929835